As someone with ADHD, it makes sense that my career path has been a fascinating, winding road. Every turn has brought me to the present moment, where I place high value on emotional health and healing. 

I have a degree in Fine Art from the University of Cape Town, where I majored in Painting. In 2012, I studied and worked backstage at The Artscape Theatre in Cape Town. The following year, I began teaching online, and in 2016, the opportunity arose to teach English Speaking at a school in the South of France, close to the city of Bordeaux.

One of the most meaningful parts of my teaching work in France was making authentic, positive connections with the pupils. I led many group projects in interactive classes, where pupils were able to shine with confidence, encouraged by their strengths. I was also fortunate to make a number of special connections in France over the years. 

One journey I will never forget was a solo trip around the country, in honour of my paternal heritage, from the South of France, to Brittany in the North, the home of my ancestors. From trains, to planes, to walking step by step, this was a journey of liberty and discovery.

Since returning to Cape Town in 2022, I have continued teaching English as a foreign language to students from various countries around the world. At the same time, I am an author and Fine Artist, and you can learn more about my writing on this website.

With passion, I founded a community of artists from around the world, called Paths for Peace Creatives. Collectively, we are creators of: art, music, photography, poetry, short stories, drama and pottery. A number of us will take part in a small exhibition at the end of 2026, in Cape Town. You can find us on Instagram @paths4peace_creatives.

Currently, I am facilitating Paths for Peace ERA classes: Emotional Regulation Arts, for small groups. This is a gentle Arts and Movement class, offering a calming space to help relieve stress through mindfulness and guided creation.  

I founded Paths for Peace to be a place of love and acceptance for all, sharing an infinite space for connection and open-mindedness, to uplift individuals and communities. Everyone is included and warmly welcomed to all Paths for Peace themed events and classes.

~ADHD~

In 2025, I received a late ADHD diagnosis, in my early forties. I had already received accurate diagnoses at younger ages, but this has been a piece of my puzzle which has led to deeper understanding, especially about how I work, enabling me to complete projects.

As someone who is committed to healing, I put great efforts into research and understanding ADHD and how it connects to my history and childhood. In 2026, I completed an ADHD coaching certificate, which has helped me to, not only inform myself and help others, but give insight into certain, future character development in my stories. Even though I am neither a coach nor a psychologist, I do thoroughly enjoy analysis and observation, which informs character building and their narratives.